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Ukraine crisis
Russia, Ukraine agree aid convoy border inspection rules
Red Cross representative Andreas Schmidt had visited the site where the trucks were parked to discuss with the drivers safety of the convoy after it crossed into Ukraine
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Journalist says Ukrainian servicemen fired multiple shots at press car in 2025
Azad Safarov added that the woman was not harmed, because the vehicle was armored
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US, Iran may revert to status quo in next 60 days — Australian expert
Jane Hardy noted that the initial consequences of the conflict’s settlement are already noticeable in the global economy
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US wants Lebanon to 'secure' its territory — Rubio
The US Secretary of State commented on Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz's statement that the Jewish state does not intend to withdraw its troops from South Lebanon, even if the United States demands it to
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Powerful earthquake rocks Venezuela
A tsunami warning was issued
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At least five people injured in powerful earthquake in Japan
The casualties were reported from the Iwate and Aomori prefectures
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Scott Ritter feels responsible for Donbass, Novorossiya residents
The former US Marine Corps intelligence analyst said that he is well aware of the crimes committed by the Kiev regime in Donbass and Novorossiya
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Lebanon, Israel, US discussing boundaries of ‘pilot zones’ in southern Lebanon
The project of the zones was proposed by the US during the fourth round of talks in Washington on June 2 and 3
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Liberation of Ivolzhanskoye in Sumy Region expands security zone along Russian border
Russia’s Defense Ministry reported earlier on June 24 that its Battlegroup North units "gained control of the settlement of Ivolzhanskoye"
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Russia, Thailand to move to using national currencies in trade — expert
Executive Director of the Russian-Thai Business Council Vladimir Kovalyov says the countries have already established the necessary mechanisms
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US tests new aircraft for nuclear weapons trials — media
Fox News noted that NNSA specialists used artificial intelligence and 3D-printing technologies in the aircraft's development
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Ukrainian POW demands 'just punishment' for Ukraine army commanders, Zelensky
According to Sergey Rykov, the policy course being pursued by the Ukrainian leadership is pushing the country’s population to the brink of extinction
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US hopes to reach agreements with Iran through constructive dialogue — secretary of state
According to Marco Rubio, Washington believes that it would lead to a positive outcome
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Russian aircraft surpass foreign peers — Putin
According to the Russian leader, the new airplanes, MC-21, SSJ-100 and Il-114 "have a very good level"
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Massive damage done by earthquake in Venezuela — radio
According to a correspondent for Radio Caracol, such massive damage hasn't been recorded in the country in more than 40 years
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France captures alleged Russian shadow tanker off Sicily as UK plans to sell seized oil
The French Navy is now escorting the tanker to an anchorage for additional inspections
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Ukrainian attack on Voronezh on June 22 kills six people — governor
Alexander Gusev said the total number of casualties currently stands at 68
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Fico states intention to do everything to keep Slovakia out of military loans for Ukraine
Bratislava is ready to provide humanitarian assistance to Kiev, the prime minister added
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Air defense forces shoot down drone flying towards Moscow
Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin said 20 drones had been eliminated since the beginning of the day
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Trump says school in Iran’s Minab was not attacked by US forces
The US president added that "there were a lot of missiles being fired at that time"
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Russia now in state of legal war with West — Foreign Ministry
According to Gennady Kuzmin, this also concerns legal initiatives within international organizations "aimed at isolating countries of the multipolar world, including Russia"
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Russian interceptor FPV drones destroy Ukrainian heavy-payload UAVs in ramming attack
The Ukrainian R-18 UAVs were uncovered by radar teams within the Battlegroup West area of responsibility
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Western military bases provide no protection to states — Medvedev
The Russian Security Council deputy chairman added that "in case of danger, personnel of such military bases cares only about hasty evacuation with all their belongings"
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Putin discusses domestic security, relations with neighbors with Security Council
The speakers at the meeting were FSB Director Alexander Bortnikov and Interior Minister Vladimir Kolokoltsev
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Russia’s modernized Yak-130M combat trainer aircraft makes debut flight at 600 km/h speed
Rostec reported that flight plan was implemented in full and there are no issues with the aircraft
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OSCE becomes focused on stoking hostility between countries, Russian senator says
According to Grigory Karasin, this highlights the need for a broad overhaul of the essence of the OSCE’s ongoing activities
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Press review: Rutte visits Washington to ease NATO tensions and Trump blocked on Iran war
Top stories from the Russian press on Thursday, June 25th
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Russian troops liberate Ivolzhanskoye community in Sumy Region over past day
Russia’s Battlegroup North inflicted more than 215 casualties on Ukrainian troops and destroyed a US-made surface-to-air missile system in its areas of responsibility over the past day, the Defense Ministry reported
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South Africa advances to FIFA World Cup playoffs
The team beat South Korea 1-0 and is second in the group with four points
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Lukashenko says all Belarus wants is peace in Ukraine, and nothing else
"Ukraine today is merely a bargaining chip in a larger geopolitical game," the Belarusian president said
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Parameters of potential agreement with Ukraine outlined by Moscow — Ukraine’s ex-PM
Nikolay Azarov added that now the ball is in the West’s court
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Switzerland beats Canada, with both reaching FIFA World Cup knockout stage
Switzerland defeated Canada 2-1
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Romanian ambassador summoned to Russian Foreign Ministry
Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said that Cristian Istrate will be informed of retaliatory measures for the closure of the Consulate General in Constanta
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Peskov points to trend toward declining role of dollar as global reserve currency
The Kremlin spokesman noted that the foundations of the international economic order are being depreciated
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EU leaders destroyed European security system with their own hands — diplomat
Dmitry Polyansky urged to move towards creating a common continental security architecture, open for all Eurasian countries and reflecting the current multipolarity
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Russian forces notice Polish mercenaries, females in Ukrainian assault squads — officer
While the deputy commander of the 1st Battalion of the 1194th Regiment of the Southern Group of Forces, known by the call sign Yusa, has not personally engaged with the female assault troops, he remarked that their level of professionalism is evident
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West not not crazy enough to poke Russia into using nukes — Medvedev
The Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman expressed confidence that every Western politician understood the consequences a nuclear conflict could entail
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Moldova cannot join EU without Transnistria — former president
According to Igor Dodon, Moldova should also not join the EU alongside Ukraine
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Ukraine’s, collective West actions may exhaust all patience — politician
Viktor Medvedchuk said that a lot of Western politicians and Vladimir Zelensky are doing everything they can to bring a nuclear apocalypse closer to reality
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Escalation on Ukrainian-Belarusian border and Armenia's choice: CSTO statements
Chairman of the CSTO's Permanent Council Viktor Vasilyev stressed that Armenia's membership in the CSTO would be thoroughly discussed
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Catastrophic consequences for West, Lavrov-Rubio contacts: senior diplomat’s statements
Sergey Ryabkov emphasized that Russia would not back down from its position that all agreements reached in Anchorage should be implemented
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USGS estimates potential losses from quake in Venezuela at from 2 to 20% of GDP
The US authority also warned about probable high casualties and widespread damage
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US disappointed with UK, Spain, Italy, France, Germany as NATO allies — Trump
The US president also criticized Spanish authorities as they "don't want to pay anything"
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Thailand interested in buying Russian energy resources — expert
Executive Director of the Russian-Thai Business Council Vladimir Kovalyov says Russia is the largest and most reliable supplier of energy resources to third countries
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US seeks to buy European section of Nord Streams, resell Russian gas to EU — Lavrov
The Russian Foreign Minister believes that it will be at a substantial markup
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West tries to destroy systemic integrity of international law — Medvedev
The politician noted that the peoples of the world were moving towards equality and independence "at the cost of enormous efforts through blood and tragedy"
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Russian troops strike Ukrainian long-range UAV launch sites over past day — top brass
Russia’s Battlegroup South inflicted more than 210 casualties on Ukrainian troops and destroyed two enemy armored combat vehicles in its area of responsibility over the past day, the Defense Ministry reported
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Investigation launched into von der Leyen over secret chat with Zelensky — newspaper
European Ombudsman Teresa Anjinho is examining whether the EC violated transparency rules by refusing to grant the Dutch organization Follow the Money access to the correspondence
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Belarusian president says he recently met with Zelensky’s envoys in Minsk
As Alexander Lukashenko noted, Kiev understands that Minsk cannot be drawn into the conflict in Ukraine
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Moscow establishes BARS volunteer formation
BARS-Moscow volunteers practice the full cycle of field operations under near-combat conditions
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Ukrainian army loses first BRAWLR anti-aircraft missile system in special op zone
Russian servicemen of the Battlegroup North destroyed the system
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IN BRIEF: SVR on difference between unfriendly and hostile, West underestimating Russia
Western countries have assessed the sanctions they imposed on Russia as "unable to achieve their intended goals"
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Merz says ‘time will come to enter peace negotiations’ on conflict in Ukraine
According to the German Chancellor, EU support for Ukraine will not weaken
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Trump says values Russia, China, Turkey’s non-interference into war against Iran
The US president called the decision "pretty amazing"
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Belarus to stand by Russia in any situation — president
As Alexander Lukashenko emphasized, there is no other way
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Russia to promptly consider any Venezuelan request for assistance — Kremlin
Dmitry Peskov noted that based on the available information, the number of victims is likely much higher than the figures currently reported by the media
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Russia to respond legally if oil from tanker seized by Britain is sold — Kremlin
Dmitry Peskov noted that the issue concerns "the purchase, expropriation, and sale of products" obtained through "piratic methods"
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IN BRIEF: Lavrov's remarks on contacts with EU and faith in diplomacy
According to the Russian foreign minister, the Ukrainian conflict can still be resolved through political and diplomatic means
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Brazil, Morocco reach World Cup knockout stage
Brazil tops Group C, with Morocco in second place
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Peoples of Russia, Belarus, Ukraine to 'be together again' at some point — Lukashenko
The Belarusian president also stressed that "Russia and Belarus share a common homeland"
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Italy's visa hurdles for Russians counterproductive — political scientist
Sandro Teti said the number of Russian tourists fell by 95%, and they prefer to travel to other countries
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No use talking to ‘vassal’ Ukraine, racism, Western piracy: Medvedev comments
According to the Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council, Western elites retain the ideas of racial and national superiority
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Victory in The Hague secures Russia's rights to waters around Crimea — MFA
Director of the Legal Department of the Russian Foreign Ministry Maxim Musikhin highlighted that all unfounded demands had been rejected in international arbitration
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Rubio believes no final agreements reached in Anchorage
According to the US state secretary, there was "a proposal" in Alaska
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European allies let US down during Iran conflict, Trump says
The US president added that a proposal of assistance would have been welcome
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White House requests $87.6 billion from Congress for war with Iran, other needs — TV
The document said that the Pentagon needs $21 billion to purchase ammunition and bolster the US industrial base
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Russia not to stop on front line to start talks on Ukraine — Lavrov
The Russian top diplomat recalled that Moscow had already did that when the sides had reached the agreement in Istanbul
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Russian diplomat blames Europe for complicity in Ukrainian attacks on Russian children
UN Deputy Permanent Representative Maria Zabolotskaya noted that Germany's defense corporation Hensoldt "openly announced cooperation with Ukrainian manufacturers"
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Former Polish PM acknowledges Kiev's extermination of Donbass residents after 2014 coup
Leszek Miller noted that it is difficult to say today how many people actually died on the Ukrainian and Russian sides
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Russian forces penetrate 15 km into Ukraine’s defenses in Sumy Region — expert
Andrey Marochko explained that this became possible after taking control of the settlement of Ivolzhanskoye
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Ukrainian attacks leave five civilians injured in Russia’s Belgorod Region in past day
Acting Governor Alexander Shuvayev said the Ukrainian armed forces attacked the Belgorod Region 130 times over the past 24 hours
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Romanian ambassador leaves Russian Foreign Ministry without comment
Christian Istrate spent about 30 minutes there
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West left Russia no option but special military operation — Italian expert
Sandro Teti expressed regret that the security proposals that Russia put forward in 2021 were disregarded by the West
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Witkoff, Kushner’s visit being discussed, Russia would 'lend them an ear' — Lavrov
The Russian foreign minister noted that Russia is always open to talks
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IN BRIEF: 'Discrimination against Russians', 'apple of shame' in VK removal from App Store
All VK apps previously installed on Apple smartphones and other devices will continue to function, according to the company
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Russia warns US of risks posed by arms transfers to Ukraine — MFA
Moscow has repeatedly emphasized that supplying military equipment to the Kiev regime could have unforeseen consequences for stability both regionally and globally, Maria Zakharova stated
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Venezuela hit by strongest earthquake in 126 years — NYT
The disaster in Caracas 126 years ago killed 21 people and injured 50
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Russia, Laos agree on cooperation to ensure biological security
The sides confirmed that the countries share a unified approach to biological security issues
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Overnight drone attacks on Russia cause casualties in Crimea, spark fire at oil depot
Ukrainian drone strikes on Crimea killed two people, including a child
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Removal of apps from App Store calls Apple’s reliability into question — Kremlin
VK announced earlier that Apple had removed its apps from the store without explanation
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Armenia at crossroads and threats against Belarus: Kremlin's statements
Dmitry Peskov noted that Russia, as an ally of Belarus, would always stand by this country in resolving economic issues and repelling various threats
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UK, Italy, Poland, France, Germany announce intention to bring Ukraine closer to NATO
According to a joint statement, the E5 leaders "reiterate their commitment to deepening NATO’s partnership with Ukraine"
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Lavrov would like to see Russia out of 'half-dead' OSCE, but it's up to Putin to decide
The Russian foreign minister explained that Moscow would not feel "any discomfort" leaving the organization on its own
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US considers charges for passage through Strait of Hormuz unacceptable — Rubio
The US secretary of state claimed that international waterways do not belong to any nation state
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Russian forces expand zone of control near Lyubitskoye in Zaporozhye Region — expert
According to Andrey Marochko, the troops have secured positions in its eastern part
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Medvedev outlines options for regime change in Kiev
The Russian Security Council deputy chairman emphasized that legitimate government institutions were crucial
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Perpetrators of attack on bus carrying kids identified, wanted — Investigative Committee
The perpetrators will be arrested in absentia soon
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Russia’s Battlegroup South thwarts Ukraine’s attempt to rotate troops in Konstantinovka
FPV drone operators destroyed enemy vehicles along with the personnel
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IN BRIEF: Powerful earthquake leaves 164 dead, 971 injured in Venezuela
Two tremors measuring magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 were recorded within 40 seconds of each other
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At least 32 people killed in Venezuelan earthquake — agency
According to acting President Delcy Rodriguez, rescue workers from other countries will arrive in Venezuela in the coming hours
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Medvedev calls for lawfully curbing Western military bases in other countries
The Russian politician noted that these deployments had become a significant factor undermining the collective security system and eroding the sovereignty of states
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Rubio’s statements threaten to derail Iran deal — source
According to the source, the Iranians are increasingly suspicious that a sort of division of labor is taking place within the US administration, aimed at pressuring Iran to participate in "parallel negotiations"
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Bosnia-Herzegovina reaches FIFA World Cup playoffs for first time
This became known after Brazil defeated Scotland
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Kremlin briefing covers removal of Russian apps from App Store, US mediation on Ukraine
Russia highly appreciates and is grateful for US mediation efforts aimed at resolving the conflict in Ukraine, Dmitry Peskov said
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US seeks $672 million for removal of Iranian uranium, nuclear inspections — TV
According to sources cited by Fox News, the amount is part of a broader $80 billion supplemental funding request
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Moldova, Armenia now facing same scenario as Ukraine once adopted — Medvedev
The Russian Security Council deputy chairman noted that after the collapse of the Soviet Union, NATO used puppet regimes as a battering ram against Russia
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Trump says Iran making 'very big concessions' to US
The US leader made brief comments to reporters at the Capitol
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State of emergency declared in Venezuela after earthquake
Caracas’ international airport has been closed due to damage
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Russian authorities to contact Apple before responding to removal of apps — Kremlin
Dmitry Peskov stated that clarifications will be required from the corporation
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Cuban president accuses US of waging relentless war against republic
Washington is seeking to deprive the country of the ability to meet the fundamental needs of its people, Miguel Diaz-Canel says
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Europe has become main obstacle to peace in Ukraine — MFA
Maria Zakharova highlighted that, notably, the Netherlands plans to finance the purchase of drones and air defense systems for Ukraine, amounting to 500 million euros
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Only legitimate authority in Ukraine is its parliament — Medvedev
According to Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council, there is no one on the Ukrainian side to negotiate with
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